Pompeii's temple of apollo is covered in ash from local vesuvius volcano near naples

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The Greeks are thought to have consecrated to Apollo's worship here as early as the 5th century The sacred area and temple was surrounded by a portico as still visible today. The Temple of Apollo was constructed in an Italic style, with a flight of steps leading up a high base. Corinthian style columns can be seen in the background. At the far end of the temple wall, were painted scenes from the Iliad. Statues of Apollo and Diana face opposite each other within the temple.

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Size: 3412px × 5130px
Location: Pompeii, Italy
Photo credit: © W. Michael Wiggins / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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